Community Calendar

EVENTS

Thursday, August 21st

Trail Life USA Boys Outdoor Program
Troop OR-1910 is having a Trail Life USA Christ-centered outdoor program for boys ages 5-17 at the River Valley Redwood Campus, 2193 Midway Ave, on Thursday, August 21st. Join them as they prepare to kick off their new year in September. For more information, call Troop Master Wayne Van Delden at 541-660-3541.

Saturday, August 23rd

RVHS Peddler's Faire
Join the Rogue Valley Humane Society for their Peddler's Faire, Saturday, August 23rd from 9am – 2pm at 429 NW Scenic Dr. in Grants Pass. There will be artisans of all types, the RVHS Thrift Store, and much more! Learn more at roguevalleyhumanesociety.org.

Saturday, August 30th

Bunco Fundraiser
It's a Bunco Birthday Bash & fundraiser (benefiting kids of all ages), Saturday, August 30th 4pm - 8pm. Get your tickets now for $30.00 per person (cash only). Tickets available at Grants Pass Broadcasting, 888 Rogue River Hwy in Grants Pass.
Rogue Gem & Geology Club 12th Annual Yard Sale
Rogue Gem & Geology Club is having its 12th annual yard sale on Saturday, August 30th from 8am – 2:30pm at 1003 Isham street in Grants Pass. It will feature: Hand crafted jewelry, Rock tools & equipment, Rough & tumbled rock, Polished slabs, and a lot of Yard Sale stuff.

Saturday, October 11th

Walk N' Roll: Parade of Superheroes
C U Later's 4th annual "Walk N’ Roll: Parade of Superheroes" event is Saturday, October 11th at Twin Creeks Park in Central Point from 10am – 1pm. Family Registration is $20 pre-sale or $25 on the day. 100% of proceeds go to Asante's Pediatric Infusions. Come dressed as your favorite superhero, enjoy food, win prizes, and help make a difference.

Friday, October 24th

RVHS Murder Mystery Dinner
Join the Rogue Valley Humane Society for a Murder Mystery Dinner Theatre at Cartwright’s Taprock Northwest Grill on Friday, October 24th, from 5pm – 9pm. Tickets are $80 and can be purchased at the Rogue Valley Humane Society. Space is limited!
Announcements
American Legion Grants Pass Post 28
American Legion Grants Pass Post 28, 206 NW F Street, has meals every Wednesday in August from 4pm – 6pm. Cash only. Proceeds benefit American Legion Veteran Programs. For the menu, more information, and to learn about their other events coming up, call 541-474-6400.
Senior Self Defense Classes
The Rogue River Community Center is teaching Senior Self Defense Classes at the Rogue River Annex, 138 Broadway Street, in Rogue River. They are held Saturdays from 11AM until Noon, and Tuesdays from 7:15PM – 8:15PM. The Instructor, Santa JD Barron, is a 4th degree black belt who will teach you how to defend yourself with a walking cane, plus hand-to-hand combat techniques. Call 541-821-7464 for more information.
Southern Oregon Amateur Radio Club
Southern Oregon Amateur Radio Club meets every 3rd Tuesday of the month at the Fruitdale Grange, 1440 Parkdale Dr. Starts at 6:00pm and is open to the public.
Second Friday Poetry Reading
Grants Pass Museum of Art, 229 SW G Street is hosts their Second Friday Poetry Sharing every second Friday of the month from 7pm to 9pm. These events are free to the public and all are welcome to come read or just listen to poetry. Donations are welcome. For more information or to find out current months theme please call 541-479-3290.
Fruitdale Grange Monthly Bunco Group
Fruitdale Grange, 1440 Parkdale Drive, is hosting a monthly Bunco group on the 4th Friday of each month at 5:30pm. Please bring a snack to share. Cost is $10 Per Person and all must be 18 years old to attend. For more info text 541-660-4435.
Emergency Preparedness
Are you prepared for an emergency? Have you made an emergency supply list? Have you signed up with the Disaster Registry? Do you have your Emergency Go-Kit Passport? We have everything you need to do just that. KAJO and KLDR would like to encourage you to be ready; disaster can strike at any time. We have a Handbook for Homeowners titled "Before Wildfire Strikes." We also have information on "Living on Shaky Ground; How to Survive Earthquakes and Tsunamis." We are open Monday through Friday 8am to 5pm and Saturday 8am to noon, at 888 Rogue River Highway in south Grants Pass.